Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

30 Jul

“Not a Single World Leader Asked India to Stop Operation Sindoor,” says PM Modi in his Lok Sabha speech

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New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (July 29, 2025) asserted in the Lok Sabha that Operation Sindoor, India’s military response to the Pahalgam terror attack, was carried out with precision and without any international pressure to halt it. “Not a single world leader told India to stop its operations,” PM Modi declared, dismissing U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. “Our actions were precise and non-escalatory, exactly as we had committed.” The statement was made during a 1-hour and 42-minute address in the Lok Sabha, where the Prime Minister outlined…

30 Jul

Powerful 8.8-Magnitude Quake Triggers Tsunami in Japan and Russia

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Tokyo/Moscow (National Times): A massive 8.8-magnitude undersea earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday triggered powerful tsunami waves that struck the coastlines of Japan and Russia, prompting mass evacuations and causing significant damage. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake, recorded at a depth of 19 kilometres, was centred roughly 125 km east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. It ranks as the sixth-largest earthquake ever recorded. Widespread Evacuations and Damage The tsunami waves, reaching up to 4 metres high, damaged ports and submerged coastal areas in Russia and Japan. Viral videos on social media showed buildings near the Russian coast inundated…

30 Jul

Alberta Invests $1.3M to Protect and Sustain Rangelands for Future Generations

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Edmonton: The Government of Alberta has announced a $1.3 million investment under the Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) to safeguard the province’s rangelands, ensuring their health, biodiversity, and long-term resilience. The funding will support academic institutions, Indigenous organizations, non-profits, and grazing associations in developing innovative solutions for sustainable rangeland management. Projects include adaptive grazing practices, grassland bird and bee biodiversity conservation, education initiatives, and community outreach. “Our rangelands are an important natural asset, providing food for livestock, supporting rural communities and helping conserve Alberta’s biodiversity. Managing them responsibly benefits all Albertans and expands recreational access,”said Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and…

30 Jul

Retired RCMP Officer Charged with Aggravated Assault in 2019 Eckville Shooting

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has charged a retired RCMP officer with aggravated assault following a 2019 shooting incident in Eckville, Alberta. On April 6, 2019, ASIRT was directed by the Director of Law Enforcement to investigate an RCMP shooting that left a vehicle occupant injured after being shot in the cheek during a stolen property investigation. ASIRT’s investigation concluded there were reasonable grounds to believe an offence had been committed. The case was then referred to the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS), which determined the evidence met the standard for prosecution. As a result,…

30 Jul

PM Mark Carney, Singapore PM Lawrence Wong Discuss Stronger Trade Ties and Future Collaboration

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney held a call today with Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, as both leaders reaffirmed the 60-year diplomatic relationship between Canada and Singapore and explored ways to strengthen economic co-operation in a changing global trade environment. The two prime ministers emphasized the importance of leveraging the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to unlock new opportunities for both nations. They also discussed boosting trade and investment, with a particular focus on the agri-food and nuclear energy sectors. Carney and Wong welcomed the ongoing progress toward a Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement, highlighting its…

30 Jul

VIRSA Foundation to Host 9th Annual Mela Virse Da in Abbotsford on August 9

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Abbotsford, (Richa Walia): The VIRSA Foundation is organizing the 9th Annual Mela Virse Da, a vibrant celebration of Punjabi culture, heritage, and womanhood, scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 6:30 PM at 4582 Bell Road, Abbotsford. This ladies-only event promises an engaging afternoon filled with energetic performances, traditional music, cultural expression, and community bonding. The event will feature renowned performers including Eknoor Dhaliwal, Simar Deol, Raman Sandhu, Charanjit Channi, Deep Kaur, Vijay Yamla, Kamaljit Neeru, and Baljinder Sandhu. Adding to the occasion, Dr. Balwinder Kaur Brar, Bachint Kaur from Calgary and Sarabjit Mangat…

29 Jul

Government Denies Grand Mufti’s Claim of Death Sentence Reversal for Nurse Nimisha Priya

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National Times Bureau, July 29, 2025: The Indian government has strongly refuted recent statements made by the so-called 'Grand Mufti of India,' Kanthapuram A P Abubakar Musliyar, regarding the legal status of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, sources confirmed on Tuesday. Officials from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) termed the Grand Mufti’s claims about a complete reversal of Priya’s death sentence in Yemen as “inaccurate.”On Monday, Musliyar publicly stated that Nimisha Priya’s capital punishment had been entirely overturned by Yemeni authorities. However, he admitted that no official written confirmation of the decision had been received from Sana’a. According to him,…

29 Jul

Russia Bombs Ukrainian Prison and Hospitals, Killing 22, as Trump Issues Ultimatum to Putin

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Kyiv, July 29, 2025: Russia launched a wave of deadly attacks on Ukraine overnight, striking a prison in Zaporizhzhia and hospitals in the Dnipro region, killing at least 22 people and injuring dozens more. The barrage of ballistic missiles, glide bombs, and drones marked another intense escalation in Moscow’s ongoing campaign, even as U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to the Kremlin to halt the violence.In southeastern Ukraine, four Russian glide bombs slammed into the Bilenkivska Correctional Facility in Zaporizhzhia, killing 17 inmates and injuring over 80 others. Ukrainian authorities said the blast destroyed the prison’s dining hall…

29 Jul

Tensions Flare at The Oval as India Coach Gambhir Clashes with Ground Curator Ahead of Final Test

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London, July 29, 2025 — On the eve of the highly anticipated final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, emotions ran high at The Oval as India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir was involved in a fiery verbal exchange with Lee Fortis, the chief curator of the ground. The confrontation, which unfolded during India's practice session, reflected the simmering intensity that has characterized this series between India and England.Eyewitnesses reported that Gambhir appeared visibly upset with the practice arrangements and directly confronted Fortis. Animatedly pointing fingers, the Indian coach raised his voice and was heard saying, “You don’t tell us what to…

29 Jul

M.C Zoological Park Chhatbir Marks Global Tiger Day 2025 with Theme of Human-Tiger Harmony

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National Times Bureau, July 29, 2025: Today, M. C. Zoological Park Chhatbir celebrated Global Tiger Day 2025. Field director Mr. Neeraj Kumar said that the theme of Global Tiger Day was "Harmonious Coexistence between Humans and Tigers." Today, Chhatbir zoo organized programs to educate people about tiger conservation and the serious problems facing this magnificent cat is the day's primary goal. A spacial awareness campaign and oath ceremony was conducted at the zoo. The Chhatbir zoo also explored its outreach activities and organized an online session in collaboration with Department of Zoology Khalsa College for women civil lines Ludhiana on…